Part III Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 2 with a single line through the centre。
11:
M: As you can see from the drawings, the kitchen has one door into the dining room, another into the family room and a third to the outside。
W: The door into the family room isnt big enough. Could it be made wider?
Q: What are the speakers doing?
12,
M: Im thinking about where to go for a bite tonight. Any suggestions, Barbara?
W: Well, how about the French restaurant near the KFC? Frankly, Ive had enough of our canteen food。
Q: What do we learn about the woman?
13,
W: Hey, if you cant enjoy the music at a sensible volume, why not use earphones? Im preparing for the speech contest。
M: Oh, sorry. I didnt realize Ive being bothering you all this time。
Q: What is the man probably doing?
14.
M: Finally, Ive got the chance to put on my new suit tonight. I hope to make a good impression on your family。
W: Come on! Its only a family reunion. So jeans and T-shirts are just fine。
Q: What does the woman mean?
15.
M: Would you like to see those pants in brown and navy blue? These two colors are coming in this season。
W: Oh, actually grey is my favourite color, but I prefer something made from cotton, 100% cotton I mean。
Q: What is the woman looking for?
16.
W: From here, the mountains look as if you could just reach out and touch them。
M: Thhats why I chose this lodge. It has one of the best views in Switzerland。
Q: What is the mans chief consideration in choosing the lodge?
17.
M: What do I have to do to apply for a passport?
W: You need proof of citizenship, either an old passport or a birth certificate and three photographs. Then you must complete this form and pay a fee。
Q: What is the man most probably going to do?
18.
M: Miss, can I interest you in a pork special with serving tonight? Its only 799, half the usual price and its very tasty。
W: Oh really? I will try it。
Q: What does the man say about the dish?
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